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EPJ halts termination of agreement with A-W

By Kim Fickett

An agreement between Akron-Westfield and Elk Point-Jefferson regarding the Greater Hoyt area will continue for now, according to A-W Superintendent Derek Briggs.

Sheriff makes opioid funding request

By Kim Fickett

Plymouth County Sheriff Jeff TeBrink made an opioid funding request at the Tuesday, Oct. 14 Board of Supervisors meeting.

Docken to lead Price Auction into the future

By Kim Fickett

It was late September when it was announced that Price Auction, 241 Mill St., Akron, would fall under new ownership in the new year.

The announcement came through the business’ Facebook page by Owner Angela Price.

Pick Supply announces expansion

By Kim Fickett

An Akron-based pet food and feed store has recently announced it is expanding.

Pick Supply, LLC Owner Alex Pick announced last week, his business is growing to Sioux City. 

Akron candidates seek election on Nov. 4

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Happy haunting! Chamber announces Halloween events

By Kim Fickett

Calling all ghosts and goblins, it’s time once again for the annual Akron Area Chamber of Commerce Trunk or Treat and Costume Parade on Friday, Oct. 31.

County sets public hearing

By Kim Fickett

At its Oct. 7 meeting, the Plymouth County Board of Supervisors approved setting a public hearing for a fiscal year 2025-2026 budget amendment.

Three decades of serving up omelettes for a cause

By Kim Fickett

This year, the Akron Lions Club will celebrate 30 years of serving up omelettes to community members.

The historical organization tradition will be held from 7:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 25, at the parish hall in Akron.

A-W candidates talk what’s important in new term

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$175,000 in gifts bestowed upon Akron organizations

By Kim Fickett

Two longtime Akron residents are continuing to make an impact on their hometown posthumously.

John and Mary Lucken’s daughter, Helen Raymond, spent the first week of October delivering donations to four Akron organizations on behalf of her parents.

Utesch, Small finish in top ten at South O’Brien meet

Utesch 8th, Small 9th to lead A-W

Westerners win two in tournament

A-W beats Storm Lake & Manson in Alta-Aurelia Tourney

By Brett Newtson 

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A-W defense shines against Wildcats

Westerners lose hard fought battle 29-6

By Brett Newtson 

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Candidates vie for ACC Board

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Popularity births yet another expansion

By Kim Fickett

A request by its annual members has been heard and prioritized at Lazy H Campground in Akron.

According to Campground Manager Molly LeCates, numerous requests have been made by annual members for more RV sites.

Peoples Bank pledges $50,000 to wrestling facility

By Kim Fickett

Akron business has stepped up in a considerable way to help make the dream of an Akron-Westfield wrestling practice facility a reality.

Supervisors give green light to elevator project

By Kim Fickett

After more than 40 years of serving its purpose, the Plymouth County Courthouse’s elevator will receive an upgrade.

Lions, UnityPoint collaborate for the first-time 

By Kim Fickett

The Akron Lions Club is working in partnership with District 9NW to help secure funds for the purchase of an imaging system for the NICU at UnityPoint Health - St. Luke’s in Sioux City.

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